~Jasmine~
We returned to the others as the researchers discussed the antidote launch scheduled for tomorrow. I was excited. I glanced at Mav, but he seemed lost in thought, perhaps triggered by Violeta's mention of Frank. His eyes were tired.
"Where were you? You said you'd be back in a jiffy, but you took longer than expected," Rosè whispered playfully. "Or... did that 'something' have to do with Alpha Maverick?"
I choked, coughing awkwardly. "Of course not..."
"Hmm, lie to yourself, not me, Jasmine," she laughed. "Oh, he's staring at you! Oh, my moon goddess!" Rosè exclaimed. And she was right. Mav was staring directly at me, his eyes soft. When our gazes locked, he smirked, his eyes flickering to my lips.
"Don't tell me you two..." Rosè gasped, covering her mouth. "You
